Use and Care Manual
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OPERATION
• Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly.
• In winter, operate the vehicle after fully warming up
the engine.
• Do not run the engine at speeds faster than prescribed.
• On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds.
• Do not operate the vehicle at fast speed.
The above precautions are not limited to new vehicles. However,
they should be especially observed for new vehicles.
NOTE: The lubricating oil is especially important for a new
vehicle. Various parts need time to wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances. Small pieces of metal grit
may develop during the operation of the vehicle; and this may
wear out or damage the parts. Therefore, change the lubricating
oil a little earlier than would ordinarily be required. For further
details of change interval hours, see the Product care section of
this manual.
Starting the Utility Vehicle
WARNING
Seat belts reduce injury. Always wear your seat belts. The
lap-style seat belts may not provide adequate protection
for small children. Pay special attention when carrying
a child passenger. Always use the seat belts when
operating and riding in the vehicle.
GENERAL SAFETY
• RECEIVE INSTRUCTION — Entirely read this operator’s
manual. Learn to operate this vehicle SAFELY. Do not risk
INJURY or DEATH. Allow only those who have become
competent in its usage to operate this utility vehicle.
• Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be
familiar with the controls.
• Read the danger, warning and caution labels located on
the vehicle.
• To avoid the danger of exhaust fumes, do not operate the
utility vehicle in closed buildings without proper ventilation.
• Start engine only from operator’s seat. Never start the engine
while standing outside the utility vehicle.
• Make sure the shift lever is in the NEUTRAL (N) or PARK (P)
position before starting the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE: Do not use starting fluid or ether.
NOTE: To protect the battery and the starter, make sure that the
starter is not continuously turned for more than 5 seconds.
1. Engage the parking brake.
NOTE: The parking brake indicator is illuminated when the
parking brake is applied and turns off when it is released
(Figure 2).
2. Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL (N) or PARK (P) position.
NOTE: The engine will not start without the gear shift in the
NEUTRAL (N) or PARK (P) position and the brake depressed.
3. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the START
position. Release the key when the engine starts (Figure 3).
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Figure 3
NOTE: The ignition is a 4-position switch, the positions and
brief descriptions of each are BELOW:
a. OFF — Engine is off and the key can be removed.
b. ACC — Accessories such as radio are on, but engine is off.
c. ON — Engine and all accessories are on.
d. START — Starter motor on, the key will return to the ON
position when released.
NOTE: When the ambient temperature is below -15° C (5°
F), the engine is very cold. If the engine fails to start after 5
seconds, turn off the key for 30 seconds and start again.
Stopping the Engine
1. After slowing the engine to idle, turn the key to the
OFF position.
2. Remove the key.
Warming Up
CAUTION
Be sure to set the parking brake during warm-up.
Be sure to set the shift lever to the PARK position
during warm-up.
For 5 minutes after engine start-up, allow the engine and
transmission to warm up without applying any load. This is to
allow oil to reach every engine part. If load applied to the engine
or transmission without warming up, damage may occur.